Ibironke Akindele
Winnipeg,MB
Summary
Reliable, caring professional offering years of superior performance as Direct Support Worker. Skilled in caring for convalescent patients and catering to developmental and physical disabilities.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
CHILD CARE ASSISTANT
YMCA
Winnipeg
07.2024 - Current
- Monitor children's activities and ensure their needs are met
- Keep notes and records of observations and activities
- Ensure children are safe at all times, maintain a clean and sanitary environment, follow health and safety regulations, and ensure toys and equipment are sanitized
- Manage a range of behaviors in a positive and effective manner
- Help children with personal hygiene and care routines
- Report any concerns or incidents to the lead teacher or supervisor
- Assist with outdoor play and field trips
- Prepare snacks and arrange rooms or furniture for lunch and rest periods
- Attend staff meetings to discuss progress and problems of children
- Plan, lead, and guide activities throughout the day, such as reading, physical activity, and creative expression through art and song.
Direct Care aide
Elder’s Haven
Lagos
03.2016 - 01.2024
- Conducted regular assessments of clients'' progress, adjusting care plans as needed to promote ongoing improvement
- Assisted clients with daily living activities, promoting self-sufficiency and personal growth
- Maintained open lines of communication between team members, ensuring timely updates on client progress or concerns
- Supervised daily activities and provided assistance to staff
- Administered medication as directed by physician
- Completed entries in log books, journals, and care plans to accurately document and report patient progress
- Developed strong relationships with clients and their families, fostering a supportive environment for success
- Served as a liaison between clients, families, and other support services, fostering collaboration and continuity of care
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, contributing to overall improvement in client behaviors over time
- Assisted in meal planning and preparation that catered to specific dietary requirements while promoting healthy eating habits
- Assisted clients to medical appointments
- Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming
- Recorded patients' pulse, blood pressure and blood glucose and document important health information
- Built and maintained rapport with clients and family members to facilitate trusting caregiver relationship.
CARE GIVER
Beyond Shelter
Lagos
02.2012 - 01.2016
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life
- Documented detailed daily reports on each client's progress, informing adjustments in care plans when necessary
- Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to supervisor
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient's personal space
- Built strong relationships with clients to deliver emotional support and companionship
- Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for patients, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives
- Assisted patients with self-administered medications
- Contributed to a positive atmosphere for patients by using effective communication and active listening skills
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces
- Prioritized patient dignity, privacy, and autonomy during all aspects of care provision
- Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
Education
Higher National Diploma (Bachelor of Science) - Business Administration
Yaba College of Technology
First Aid & CPR/AED Level C Police Check Adult and Child Abuse Checks -
Skills
- Housekeeping tasks
- First aid and safety
- Medication Administration
- Activity Planning
- Appointment Scheduling
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Patient Care
- Nutritional planning
- Mental Health Support
- Behavioral Management
Certification
- Certified in CPR/AED
- Compassionate Caregiving
Timeline
CHILD CARE ASSISTANT
YMCA
07.2024 - Current
Direct Care aide
Elder’s Haven
03.2016 - 01.2024
CARE GIVER
Beyond Shelter
02.2012 - 01.2016
Higher National Diploma (Bachelor of Science) - Business Administration
Yaba College of Technology
First Aid & CPR/AED Level C Police Check Adult and Child Abuse Checks -
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